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CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs and documents complete physical examinations and comprehensive health histories. Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physical for patients. Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient's age-specific needs. Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities. Implements interventions to support the patient to regain or maintain physiologic stability. Assists with the provision of care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations. Monitors the effectiveness of interventions. Facilitates the patient's transition within and between health care settings, e.g. admitting, transferring, and discharging patients. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals. Facilitates staff, patient, and family decision making by providing educational tools. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Master's degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida APRN License Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
This position will work closely with the Neurosurgery Faculty, Residents, and nursing staff by assisting the physician in performing surgeries in the main OR and in ambulatory surgery, participating in daily rounds, providing patient care and discharges post-operatively, educating and counseling patients on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, providing support in a clinical setting during patient appointments, and facilitating patient surgical scheduling. The position will also provide research and draft correspondence relating to patient work status, disability, medical prognosis, and prospective plans of treatment on both an inpatient and outpatient basis and review patient diagnostics and lab reports for sign off on patient surgical packets and in the clinical setting.
Primary Functions
Provides Advanced Practice Nursing support to the department of Neurological Surgery as applicable, at inpatient and outpatient clinic locations as assigned; Some outpatient clinic support; Working closely with Neurosurgeons, fellows, residents, clinic, and office support staff.
Provides compassionate, quality, and skilled patient care to Brain and Spine Neurosurgical patients. Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team in planning, triaging, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating care deliver for the neurosurgical patient in a variety of settings. Performs comprehensive History, Physical, and Neurological exams including cranial and spinal assessments. Documents/records information by Dictating and/or inputting in electronic form.
Orders, obtains, and interprets laboratory and diagnostic studies. Prescribes medication and therapies within the APRN functions. Provides communication and interpretation to inpatient and outpatient hospital nursing staff, and coordinates implementation of clinic, hospital, nursing service policies and program.
Optimizes efficient patient hospital and or clinic flow by analyzing treatment and referral systems on an on-going basis, and implements quality improvements, as necessary. Monitors consistency and quality of patient outcomes for all neurosurgical specialties within the Uhealth hospital based clinics.
Promotes and facilitates effective communications between the Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Miami Hospital (UMH), Jackson Memorial Hospital, and other clinical departments.
Assists in the design, implementation, and management of department clinical systems in order to optimize the treatment and disposition of patients with various neurosurgical disorders. Acts as a resource and a point of contact for further problem solving for patients and rehab team who are in the beginning stages of the next level of care.
SPECIALIZED/PROFESSIONAL DUTIES
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and technical capabilities in the diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of persons with complex neurosurgical problems and acute or potential life-threatening health issues; including Pre and Post op management of Cranial and Multiple spine surgeries.
Oversees nurses who conduct in-patient or outpatient care to assess patient progress and appropriateness of therapy using advance clinical physical assessment and decision making skills. Acts as a patient advocate and provides emotional and situational support for patients, their families, and nursing staff.
Assist nursing personnel in the assessment of patients by providing information, demonstrating technical skills, developing new approaches, and relating theoretical concepts to the practice setting.
Provides clinical expertise in the development of interdisciplinary clinical pathways for neurosurgical patients with specific diagnosis.
Performs cranial and spinal assessments, to include determining ASIA score assessment for potential prognosis and rehab potential.
Utilizes clinical and critical assessment skills to determine medical changes in patients who have lost their natural ability of an autonomic nervous system response.
Provides assistance with lumbar punctures, halo vests applications and management, and monitoring and troubleshooting technology such as lumbar drainage systems.
ADMINISTRATIVE (PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP)
Participates in health care decisions through departmental, hospital-wide, and/or community-based planning by establishing cooperative, collaborative relationships with Faculty, Residents, and other disciplines and hospital departments.
Participates in continuing education programs, Neurosurgical Grand Rounds, Multidisciplinary Rounds, and specialty conferences to keep abreast of current trends and issues affecting general nursing practice and the clinical specialty practice of Neurological Surgery.
Assesses the effectiveness of ambulatory and/or inpatient clinical management systems and assumes a leadership role in facilitating necessary changes.
Assists in the development and implementation of the clinical systems and administrative nursing strategic planning for the Department of Neurological Surgery, and UHealth care sites in both the hospital and/or clinical setting.
GENERAL CONDUCT
Displays an attitude that reflects the University and Department's mission.
Displays a positive approach toward co-workers, staff, and faculty.
Willing to step outside of perceived responsibilities.
Exhibits responsible behavior and self-control by:
Limiting the negative impact on co-workers when affected by personal situations/issues.
Displaying a professional attitude during interactions with co-workers.
Displaying a professional attitude during interaction with members of the management team.
Limiting the number and duration of personal telephone calls during work hours.
Adheres to UMMG/UMH and department Policies and Procedures 100% of the time.
Displays and exhibits telephone etiquette skills and techniques. Answers the phone in a prompt and courteous manner, relaying messages accurately and timely.
Varies work schedule or shift, in order to meet department needs.
Works together with all colleagues and staff in the spirit of "Team Work."
PREFERRED
(Essential Requirements)
EQUIPMENT USE
Standard office equipment: computer, fax, copier, printers, electronic eligibility on line programs (i.e., Uchart, Internet Web-Sites) and electronic clinical and hospital medical records, as applicable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to:
Maintain a high level of confidentiality with regard to patient information, adhering to HIPAA Rules and Regulations.
Communicate effectively with Medical Directors, Neurosurgical Attendings, Nursing team, Insurance company representatives, University faculty, staff, patients, and nurse case manager.
Works well under pressure.
Maintains a high degree of accuracy and prevents errors directly impacting clinic flow, and provider billing process, as well as patient satisfaction.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Current Florida Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license or Current PA-C certification. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Master of Science in Nursing or Related. Certification and Licensing: Current Florida Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license or Current PA-C certification. DEA license. BLS certification.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 4 years of specialized in treating neurosurgical brain and/or spine patients. Experience in a clinical care coordination role to move patients quickly, safely, and efficiently in our present health care system. Neuroscience Nurse Certification (preferred but not required).
THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Floridas only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research, and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
JOB STATUS
Full-time
EMPLOYEE TYPE
Staff